Basement Waterproofing Before & After Photos

A homeowner in Inver Grove Heights, MN, noticed their sump pump was not acting right. While it was running, the homeowner noticed that the sump pump was making odd noises. Having a hunch it was about time to replace their old sump pump, the homeowner began searching for a replacement. The homeowner knew they needed a professional to remove the old sump pump and install the new one. During their research, the homeowner came across the number of sump pumps and services we offer. Impressed by our several services, the homeowner signed up for their FREE estimate. Once the consultation details were finalized, we sent one of our Design Specialist, Jesse, to complete the estimate. Upon arrival, Jesse examined the current sump pump and confirmed that it did need replacing. Jesse showed the homeowners several sump pump options, and the homeowners decided upon the TripleSafe Sump pump. The plans were then sent to the assigned crew to begin the sump pump installation. Our Foreman, Gustavo, and his crew arrived at the home to begin production. First, the crew removed the old sump pump from the home. Once the old sump pump was removed, the crew then put in their new TripleSafe Sump pump. After the TripleSafe Sump pump was installed, the crew installed the IceGuard on the outside of the home. The crew successfully installed all the requested products and cleaned up the job site. The homeowners were relieved to know that they have a properly working sump pump and discharge line. American Waterworks is happy to educate and install new sump pumps in our customers' homes. 

Mary C. just moved into a new home in South Saint Paul, MN. After a couple of days, she noticed water seeping into her basement through a crack in the foundation. She saw a commercial for American Waterworks on the television and saw that we offer basement waterproofing, foundation repair, concrete repair, and radon mitigation. She decided to call us for a free estimate, so we sent out one of our Design Specialists, Chad Johnson, to inspect her basement and design a solution. Chad came up with a thorough waterproofing plan to ensure that her basement would remain dry for years to come. Mary was pleased with the proposal that Chad presented to her, so she scheduled a date to have our waterproofing system installed.

Our production team installed a full perimeter of our WaterGuard drainage system, a TripleSafe sump pump and CleanSpace throughout the crawl space and halfway up the basement wall. The WaterGuard is a drainage system that properly drains the water to the sump pump- which then discharges the water from the home. The CleanSpace vapor barrier works to protect the basement from humidity and mold. The combination of these waterproofing products ensure that Mary’s basement will remain a clean, dry space.

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Bill reached out to American Waterworks to find a solution that would permanently fix his garage and damp deteriorating walls. 

Jared, one of our Design Specialists, met with Bill to provide a FREE quote. Jared listened to Bill's questions and concerns, performed a detailed inspection, and designed a solution that met all of Bill’s needs. Bill was pleased with the proposal and scheduled the installation.

The production team, led by Raul B., installed WaterGuard along the full perimeter of the garage, as well as our SuperSump Plus. Our waterproofing system is backed by a lifetime warranty. To help preserve the garage walls, our CleanSpace was installed which is a vapor barrier. This total system ensures a dry, comfortable garage that can be used for anything!

A homeowner from Milltown, WI, was dealing with an outdated sump pump. The sump would continually cycle, even when there was no rain. The homeowner grew tired of repeatedly hearing the pump cycle, so he decided to look into other waterproofing solutions for his basement. After perusing the internet, he found our website. Impressed by our basement waterproofing before and after pictures, he signed up for his FREE estimate. Several weeks later, Daniel R, one of our Design Specialists in the homeowner's area, stopped at the house to evaluate the issue. 

Daniel took his time with his inspection. When he was done, he met with the homeowner to inform him that he believed that there were three products in our inventory that he believed would fix the problem. First, Daniel recommended the installation of our WaterGuard. This unique french drain system gets installed below the slab of the basement floor and atop the footing of the foundation, keeping it out of the 'mud zone' where similar drains tend to clog. This drain works to collect water entering from holes and cracks in the floor, giving it a channel to flow to the sump pump. Because of the severe deterioration of the old sump pump, Daniel recommended the use of our TripleSafe sump pump. Our TripleSafe sump pump is our most reliable sump on the market, providing three levels of protection for your basement and your peace of mind. For normal functioning, the TripleSafe has a powerful, cast-iron Zoeller 1/3 horsepower sump pump set at the lowest level. For heavy volumes of water, or in case of primary pump failure, the TripleSafe boasts a second, more powerful Zoeller 1/2 horsepower pump set a bit higher in the liner. Finally, Daniel informed the homeowner that even homes with comprehensive waterproofing systems can still develop moisture and mold problems and could even feel damp. Concrete walls and floors continually absorb moisture from the soil and release it into the air in your basement, and store-bought dehumidifiers simply aren't strong enough to solve the problem. For this reason, Daniel recommended our AprilAire dehumidifier. Adding an Aprilaire dehumidifier creates healthy air and can reduce the number of viable viruses in the air to less than 1% in two days when set to 50% RH. The homeowner agreed with Daniel's recommendations and scheduled the job for several weeks later. 

On the day of the project, our Foreman, Jeremiah F, led his team through the successful installation of 132ft of WaterGuard, 1 TripleSafe pump, and 1 AprilAire dehumidifier. Now, our customer can rest easy knowing his waterproofing issue is solved! 

Gregg P. had water leaking into his basement due to a failed sump pump. He contacted American Waterworks to receive a FREE estimate, so we sent one of our Design Specialists, Shane Nephew, to his home to inspect his problem and develop a solution. Gregg was pleased with Shane's proposal, so he scheduled to have our waterproofing system installed. 

Our production team installed a lateral line and a SuperSump sump pump, which now properly expels water from the home. The installation only took a day to complete. Gregg is glad he chose to invest in the long-term protection of his basement. 

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